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Spanish with Doctor Maria. Native speaker

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¡Hola! ¿Cómo estás? If learning Spanish has felt hard, frustrating, or boring, you are not alone. I experienced that too while learning my second and third languages as an adult, and it inspired me to create a different approach: dynamic, supportive, and tailored to you so you can enjoy the process and speak with confidence. 🇪🇸 I am Dr. María A. Torres, a native Spanish speaker, college professor, coach and author with 20+ years teaching adults and 15+ years training professionals in private companies. ✅ What may team and I offer A) 1 on 1 Coaching: $55 for 45 minutes, organized as tailored 90 minute sessions and other less intensive options B) Bootcamps & Small Group Lessons: $50/hr. These are only a few times a year C) Specialized Workshops a few times a year: Spanish for Healthcare, Business, Travel and Spanish for realtors. From $60/hr ⭐ Why choose us • Same expert instructor, no rotating teachers • All instructors hold a Master’s degree, many have a Doctorate • TOP PRO every year since 2019 • Hands on speaking from day one: real Spanish, real confidence 🎉 Ready to start Schedule your demo lesson and take the first step toward confident, meaningful communication in Spanish.
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Current Top Pro

Hired 124 times

Serves Bronx, NY

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9 employees

23 years in business

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SunClosedMon10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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This pro accepts payments via PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2019

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I work remotely (phone or internet)

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Priscilla I.

Jun 25, 2025

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I can’t recommend Dr. Maria enough! She is an incredible Spanish tutor: patient, thoughtful, and strategic in her approach to teaching. I’ve tried just about every method to learn Spanish: private lessons, language apps, immersion through music, books, and shows, but nothing really clicked for me until I started working with her. Dr. Maria has a unique ability to tailor her lessons to your pace while still challenging you to grow. In just 10 weeks, I’ve made more progress than I have in years. I now feel confident enough to hold conversations with native speakers. While my Spanish isn’t perfect yet, I can finally express myself and be understood—and that’s a huge milestone. I truly look forward to every lesson with Dr. Maria. I’ve seen a complete transformation in my ability to communicate in Spanish, and I’m excited to continue learning with her. If you’re serious about improving your Spanish, there’s no one better to guide you on the journey!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • Professional or academic verbal comprehension • Beginner • Beginner • Professional or academic reading/writing • The spanish tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

Spanish with Doctor Maria. Native speaker's reply
Thank you so much for your kind words and heartfelt review! It means the world to me to hear that our lessons have helped you finally break through and feel confident speaking Spanish. Your dedication, curiosity, and willingness to step outside your comfort zone have played a huge role in your progress. I’m thrilled to see how far you’ve come in just 10 weeks in a 1 on 1 Coaching course—and even more excited about what’s ahead for you in our second course. Watching your transformation and growing confidence has been incredibly rewarding. Thank you for trusting me with your learning journey. ¡Vamos por más!
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Gian B.

2 weeks ago

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Dr. Maria is a skilled teacher. Patient and engaging, she made the lessons, enjoyable and stress-free. I highly recommend her!

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Beginner • Conversational proficiency • No experience • No experience • I travel to the spanish tutor • The spanish tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

Spanish with Doctor Maria. Native speaker's reply
Thank you so much for your thoughtful words! 🌟 I’m delighted to hear that the lessons are enjoyable and stress free.
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Sarah H.

Aug 21, 2025

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Dr. Maria is an excellent teacher. She is extremely knowledgeable and excellent at explaining the intricacies of Spanish grammar in ways that are easily understood by native English speakers. Her enthusiasm and dedication are clear. She will tailor your instruction to work for you. I am very glad I found her!

Details: 65 years or older • Intermediate • Conversational proficiency • Intermediate • Intermediate • I travel to the spanish tutor • The spanish tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

Spanish with Doctor Maria. Native speaker's reply
Thank you so much for your thoughtful words! 🌟 I’m delighted to hear that the lessons are clear and helpful for you. My goal is always to make Spanish approachable and practical while adapting each class to my students’ needs. I’m so glad our paths crossed, and I truly enjoy supporting your progress. Keep up the great work, you’re doing amazing!!!
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Teresa A.

Jun 22, 2025

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Dr. Maria is very knowledgeable about different aspects of Spanish from the language itself through culture to history. I have learned the logic behind the modes of Spanish and their application. Unfortunately, I did not learn Spanish from my father who was a native speaker. In addition, courses I took in high school only touched the surface and did not teach me conversational Spanish. Dr. Maria can help you with conversations in different situations which can be tailored to work, restaurants, and travel, for example. If you would like to learn or practice Spanish in a fun, comfortable, and non-judgmental environment, I highly recommend Dr. Maria! You will see the improvement in your Spanish in no time at all.

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Intermediate • Conversational proficiency • Intermediate • Intermediate • Basic reading/writing skills • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

Spanish with Doctor Maria. Native speaker's reply
Thank you so much for your generous words! I'm truly honored to be part of your Spanish learning journey. It's never too late to connect with the language—and I’m so glad you're now gaining the skills and confidence to use Spanish in real-life situations. Your curiosity and commitment to understanding not just the grammar, but also the cultural and historical layers of the language, make teaching you such a joy. I’m proud of the progress you’ve made and excited to see how far you’ll continue to go on our 3rd 1 on 1 Coaching Course. ¡Gracias por tu confianza!
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Beckie W.

Aug 24, 2025

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Profesora María is an absolute delight! I have learned so much and will continue to learn because I have truly found my teacher.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Intermediate • Professional or academic verbal comprehension • Beginner • Beginner • Professional or academic reading/writing • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • The spanish tutor travels to me

Spanish with Doctor Maria. Native speaker's reply
Thank you so much! 😊 I’m so happy to be your Spanish coach and can’t wait to keep growing together in Spanish.
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